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HTS Chapter 6 · Section II

Live trees and other plants; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage

Chapter 6 averages a 3.3% general (MFN) duty across its 31 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 7%.

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3.3%
avg MFN duty
7%
highest line
31
rated tariff lines
21%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 6 by duty-rate band

How the 31 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free60.1–5%165–10%7

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 6

HTS Chapter 6 - Live trees and other plants; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage - organizes 106 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 31 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 6 sits within Section II (Vegetable Products), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 3.3%, with the highest individual rate reaching 7%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under live trees and other plants; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 6 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 6 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 106 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 31 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 3.3% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 7% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

0601 Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes, dormant, in growth or in flower; chicory plants and roots other than roots of heading 1212:
0601.10 Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes, dormant:
0601.10.15.00 Tulip bulbs
No.
89.6¢/1000
0601.10.30.00 Hyacinth bulbs
No.
38.4¢/1000
0601.10.45.00 Lily bulbs
No.
55.7¢/1000
0601.10.60.00 Narcissus bulbs
No.
$1.34/1000
0601.10.75.00 Crocus corms
No.
19.2¢/1000
0601.10.85.00 Lily of the valley pips
No.
$1.44/1000
0601.10.90 Other
3.5%
0601.10.90.20 Iris bulbs
No.
0601.10.90.40 Gladiolus corms
No.
0601.10.90.60 Begonia (tuberous) tubers
No.
0601.10.90.80 Other
No.
0601.20 Bulbs, tubers, tuberous roots, corms, crowns and rhizomes, in growth or in flower; chicory plants and roots:
0601.20.10.00 Hyacinth bulbs, without soil attached
No.
38.4¢/1000
0601.20.90.00 Other
No.
1.4%
0602 Other live plants (including their roots), cuttings and slips; mushroom spawn:
0602.10.00.00 Unrooted cuttings and slips
No.
4.8%
0602.20.00.00 Trees, shrubs and bushes, grafted or not, of kinds which bear edible fruit or nuts
No.
Free
0602.30.00.00 Rhododendrons and azaleas, grafted or not
No.
1.9%
0602.40.00.00 Roses, grafted or not
No.
Free
0602.90 Other:
Herbaceous perennials:
0602.90.20.00 Orchid plants
kg
Free
Other:
0602.90.30 With soil attached to roots
1.4%
0602.90.30.10 Chrysanthemums
No.
0602.90.30.90 Other
No.
0602.90.40.00 Other
kg
3.5%
Other:
0602.90.50.00 Mushroom spawn
kg
1.4¢/kg
Other:
0602.90.60 With soil attached to roots
1.9%
0602.90.60.10 Trees and shrubs
No.
0602.90.60.20 Poinsettias
No.
0602.90.60.90 Other
No.
0602.90.90 Other
4.8%
0602.90.90.10 Trees and shrubs
No.
0602.90.90.90 Other
No.
0603 Cut flowers and flower buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, fresh, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared:
Fresh:
0603.11.00 Roses
6.8%
0603.11.00.30 Spray
No.
0603.11.00.50 Other
No.
0603.12 Carnations:
0603.12.30.00 Miniature (spray) carnations
No.
3.2%
0603.12.70.00 Other
No.
6.4%
0603.13.00 Orchids
6.4%
0603.13.00.50 Dendrobium
No.
0603.13.00.60 Other
No.
0603.14.00 Chrysanthemums
6.4%
Chrysanthemums:
0603.14.00.10 Pom Pom
No.
0603.14.00.20 Other
No.
0603.15.00.00 Lilies (Lillium spp.)
No.
6.4%
0603.19.01 Other
6.4%
0603.19.01.05 Anthuriums
No.
0603.19.01.07 Alstroemeria
No.
0603.19.01.09 Aster
No.
0603.19.01.11 Bells of Ireland
No.
0603.19.01.13 Bird of Paradise
No.
0603.19.01.14 Calla lilies
No.
0603.19.01.15 Daffodils
No.
0603.19.01.16 Delphinium
No.
0603.19.01.17 Freesia
No.
0603.19.01.18 Gerbera
No.
0603.19.01.19 Gladiolus
No.
0603.19.01.20 Gypsophila
No.
0603.19.01.25 Hydrangea
No.
0603.19.01.27 Hypericum
No.
0603.19.01.29 Lisianthus
No.
0603.19.01.31 Peony
No.
0603.19.01.35 Ranunculus
No.
0603.19.01.37 Scabiosa
No.
0603.19.01.40 Snapdragons
No.
0603.19.01.41 Statice
No.
0603.19.01.42 Stock
No.
0603.19.01.43 Sunflowers
No.
0603.19.01.45 Tulips
No.
0603.19.01.55 Campanula
No.
0603.19.01.97 Other
No.
0603.90.00.00 Other
No.
4%
0604 Foliage, branches and other parts of plants, without flowers or flower buds, and grasses, mosses and lichens, being goods of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes, fresh, dried, dyed, bleached, impregnated or otherwise prepared:
0604.20.00 Fresh
Free
0604.20.00.05 Aralia
No.
0604.20.00.11 Aspidistra
No.
0604.20.00.15 Eucalyptus
No.
Evergreen Christmas trees:
0604.20.00.20 Douglas fir
No.
0604.20.00.40 Fir except Douglas fir
No.
0604.20.00.60 Other
No.
Ferns:
0604.20.00.65 Leather leaf
No.
0604.20.00.70 Other
No.
0604.20.00.72 Mosses and lichens
No.
Palms:
0604.20.00.74 Chamadorea
No.
0604.20.00.78 Other
No.
0604.20.00.82 Pittosporum
No.
0604.20.00.84 Ruscus
No.
0604.20.00.86 Other
No.
0604.90 Other:
0604.90.10.00 Mosses and lichens
No.
Free
Other:
0604.90.30.00 Dried or bleached
No.
Free
0604.90.60.00 Other
No.
7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 6 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 6 covers Live trees and other plants; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage. It contains 106 individual tariff classifications, of which 31 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section II (Vegetable Products).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 6? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 6 is 3.3%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 7%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 6? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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